Middle-Schoolers take a stand for equality:

[riqster]

The kids are still alright: From my FB feed today...

This week, a NCS teacher degraded and and humiliated a male student at Liberty Middle school. The child was wearing a scarf, and his male teacher told him to take it off because, "boys don't wear scarves."

Just today, when the student once again wore a scarf, the teacher ripped it off the boy's neck and said, "Don't wear scarves, you look homosexual." This is bullying and harassment, and it's worse because it's being done by someone in a position of power.

My little sister xxxxx xcccc and xxxxx xxxxx's little brother xxxxxcc have teamed up and created ‪#?FeministFriday‬. To support this kid and his choice of neckwear, they've set aside this Friday to have all boys wear scarves and all girls wear ties to show that awful teacher that he can't impose gender roles on children.

Spread the word, or participate in yourself. Teachers have no right to harass or bully students. Clothing choice does not determine sexuality, and someone's sexuality is not an insult. I'm so proud of my sister and xxxx for starting this. I hope that teacher gets fired for his actions.

Middle school activism gives one hope.

[riqster]

1. Kicking for the kids.

[UtahLib]

2. Great kids!

I hope they will have strong support from their parents and community.

[riqster]

4. Their parents are activists and model that behavior for the kids.

A great family. Proud to call them friends.

[cyberswede]

3. That teacher should be given the boot.

Good for the kids!

[riqster]

5. Yep. They are awesome.

[oberliner]

6. No interest in hearing the teacher's side of the story?

We're just going to believe this happened exactly as recounted on a Facebook post?

[riqster]

7. Since I know the kids personally, I can accept the story.

But of course, I understand that others aren't in my position.

The teacher will not get summarily canned. Ohio and local law give public employees a good deal of protection from any such rush to judgment.

The cool thing is that these kids are being activists and representing their viewpoint, and actively promoting their agenda.

[oberliner]

8. Even so, the teacher should at least by given a chance to say their piece

Students do not always give a completely accurate account of what goes on in the classroom.

If the teacher confirms saying those things (or if several other students heard the same thing), then I am with you 100 percent.

[riqster]

9. Fair enough.

Teachers have the ability to respond, and when that happens I will update this post.

[riqster]

10. Update: the teacher did not dispute the facts and has been reprimanded.

An investigation has been requested to determine whether or not further measures are required.